公开(公告)号：US07270317B2

公开(公告)日：2007-09-18

申请号：US10976214

申请日：2004-10-28

Applicant: Joshua R. Leonard

Inventor： Joshua R. Leonard

IPC: F16F9/04

CPC classification number: B60G11/26 ,  B60G2202/152 ,  B60G2206/424

Abstract: A fluid suspension member having a flexible wall at least partially defining a fluid chamber and having a passage formed therethrough. A connector fitting is received within the passage, and a groove extends into the flexible wall adjacent the passage. A method is also disclosed.

Abstract translation: 一种流体悬挂构件，其具有至少部分地限定流体室并具有通过其形成的通道的柔性壁。 连接器配件容纳在通道内，并且凹槽延伸到与通道相邻的柔性壁中。 还公开了一种方法。

公开(公告)号：US06746004B2

公开(公告)日：2004-06-08

申请号：US10309385

申请日：2002-12-03

Applicant: Joshua R. Leonard ,  Pradipta N. Moulik ,  Stephen C. Street

Inventor： Joshua R. Leonard ,  Pradipta N. Moulik ,  Stephen C. Street

IPC: F16F904

CPC classification number: F16F9/0445 ,  F16F9/0454

Abstract: A vehicle air spring assembly has a pair of spaced end plates which sealing engage a bladder to form an air chamber. A pair of bead skirts are attached to the end plates to guide the bladder radially outwardly as the air spring is compressed. By guiding the bladder as it expands radially outwardly, the bead skirts control the effective area with respect to the air spring height, thus controlling the dynamic load and dynamic spring rate of the air spring. The bead skirts are formed complementary in shape and nestle together as they move towards one another. This nestling reduces pinching of the bladder when the air spring is compressed during use.

Abstract translation: 车辆空气弹簧组件具有一对间隔开的端板，密封件与气囊接合以形成空气室。 当空气弹簧被压缩时，一对胎边裙子连接到端板上以径向向外引导气囊。 通过引导膀胱径向向外扩张，胎圈裙部相对于空气弹簧高度控制有效面积，从而控制空气弹簧的动态载荷和动态弹簧弹性。 珠裙形状互补，并且彼此相向地嵌套在一起。 当空气弹簧在使用过程中被压缩时，这种平躺减少了气囊的夹紧。

公开(公告)号：US09482244B2

公开(公告)日：2016-11-01

申请号：US13878962

申请日：2010-10-12

Applicant: Joshua R. Leonard

Inventor： Joshua R. Leonard

IPC: F16J3/00 ,  F15B15/10 ,  B66F3/35

CPC classification number: F15B15/10 ,  B66F3/35 ,  F15B15/103 ,  Y10T29/49826

Abstract: A pneumatic actuator is operable between an extended condition and a collapsed condition, and is capable of displacing a workpiece during movement between the extended and collapsed conditions. The pneumatic actuator can include a flex member (202) and a mounting base (204). The flex member can include a flexible wall (208) with a mounting bead (222). The mounting base can include a base portion (266) and a bead portion (268), and can be operatively connected along the flex member such the mounting bead is at least partially captured between the bead portion and the base portion. In this manner, a substantially fluid-tight seal can be formed and an actuator chamber can be at least partially defined between the flex member and the mounting base. An actuator support pad can receive and abuttingly engage at least a portion of the pneumatic actuator. A method of assembly is also included.

Abstract translation: 气动致动器在延伸状态和折叠状态之间可操作，并且能够在延伸和折叠状态之间移动期间移动工件。 气动致动器可以包括柔性构件（202）和安装座（204）。 柔性构件可以包括具有安装凸缘（222）的柔性壁（208）。 安装基座可以包括基部（266）和胎圈部分（268），并且可以沿着柔性构件可操作地连接，使得安装胎圈至少部分地被捕获在胎圈部分和基部之间。 以这种方式，可以形成基本上流体密封的密封件，并且可以在柔性构件和安装基座之间至少部分地限定致动器室。 致动器支撑垫可以接收并邻接地与气动致动器的至少一部分接合。 还包括组装方法。

公开(公告)号：US09352632B2

公开(公告)日：2016-05-31

申请号：US14346749

申请日：2012-11-16

Applicant: Joshua R. Leonard

Inventor： Joshua R. Leonard

IPC: F16F7/00 ,  B60G15/12 ,  B60G13/04 ,  B60G15/08 ,  B60G17/052 ,  F16F7/09 ,  F16F9/04 ,  B60G17/08 ,  F16F13/00

CPC classification number: B60G15/12 ,  B60G13/04 ,  B60G15/08 ,  B60G17/052 ,  B60G17/08 ,  B60G2202/152 ,  B60G2202/23 ,  B60G2202/242 ,  B60G2202/314 ,  B60G2206/80 ,  F16F7/09 ,  F16F9/0472 ,  F16F13/002 ,  Y10T29/49611

Abstract: A gas spring and gas damper assembly can include a gas spring and a gas damper. The gas spring can include a first end member, a second end member and a flexible wall that at least partially form a spring chamber. The gas damper can include first, second and third damper elements that are telescopically interconnected with one another. The first and third damper elements can be operatively connected to respective ones of the first and second end members. The third damper element includes damper piston having an axial clutch. The second damper element is suspended between the first and third damper elements by biasing elements that engaging the damper piston.

Abstract translation: 气体弹簧和气体阻尼器组件可以包括气体弹簧和气体阻尼器。 气弹簧可以包括至少部分地形成弹簧室的第一端构件，第二端构件和柔性壁。 气体阻尼器可以包括彼此可伸缩地互连的第一，第二和第三阻尼元件。 第一和第三阻尼元件可以可操作地连接到第一和第二端部构件中的相应的一个。 第三阻尼元件包括具有轴向离合器的阻尼活塞。 第二阻尼元件通过与阻尼活塞接合的偏置元件悬置在第一和第三阻尼元件之间。

公开(公告)号：US08602399B2

公开(公告)日：2013-12-10

申请号：US11650819

申请日：2007-01-08

Applicant: Graham R. Brookes ,  Daniel L. Nordmeyer ,  Joshua R. Leonard

Inventor： Graham R. Brookes ,  Daniel L. Nordmeyer ,  Joshua R. Leonard

IPC: F16F9/04

CPC classification number: G01S15/08 ,  F16F9/05 ,  F16F9/3292 ,  G01S15/88

Abstract: A reflector includes a first end surface, an opposing second end surface and a plurality of reflector surfaces. A first reflector surface extends from adjacent the first end surface toward the second end surface. A second reflector surface extends from adjacent the first reflector surface toward the second end surface. One or more of the plurality of reflector surfaces can include a plurality of facets or reflector zones. A gas spring assembly and suspension system using the reflector is also disclosed.

Abstract translation: 反射器包括第一端面，相对的第二端面和多个反射器表面。 第一反射器表面从第一端面相对于第二端面延伸。 第二反射器表面从相邻的第一反射器表面朝向第二端表面延伸。 多个反射器表面中的一个或多个可以包括多个小面或反射器区域。 还公开了一种使用反射器的气弹簧组件和悬架系统。

公开(公告)号：US20130264790A1

公开(公告)日：2013-10-10

申请号：US13993551

申请日：2011-12-19

Applicant: Joshua R. Leonard

Inventor： Joshua R. Leonard

IPC: B60G11/27 ,  F16F9/05

CPC classification number: B60G11/27 ,  B60G11/28 ,  B60G2202/152 ,  B60G2204/126 ,  B60G2206/424 ,  F16F9/05 ,  F16F9/057

Abstract: A piston assembly (204) including an integral piston chamber (218) with an increased volume that is maximized by providing a mounting arrangement whereby the piston can be mounted to a structural member (stz) such that the piston chamber (218) surrounds at least two sides of the structural member (stz). The piston chamber (218) can therefore utilize space adjacent the structural member (stz) to which it is mounted thereby resulting in a piston chamber of a greater volume than prior art designs. A gas spring assembly (200) utilizing such a piston is also included.

Abstract translation: 活塞组件（204）包括具有增加的体积的整体活塞室（218），其通过提供安装布置而被最大化，由此活塞可以安装到结构构件（stz），使得活塞室（218）至少包围 结构构件的两侧（stz）。 因此，活塞室（218）可以利用与其安装的结构构件（stz）相邻的空间，从而产生比现有技术设计更大体积的活塞室。 还包括利用这种活塞的气弹簧组件（200）。

公开(公告)号：USD673886S1

公开(公告)日：2013-01-08

申请号：US29398991

申请日：2011-08-08

Applicant: Joshua R. Leonard

Designer： Joshua R. Leonard

公开(公告)号：US07806391B2

公开(公告)日：2010-10-05

申请号：US11954517

申请日：2007-12-12

Applicant: Joshua R. Leonard

Inventor： Joshua R. Leonard

IPC: F16F9/04

CPC classification number: F16F9/0454 ,  B60G11/28 ,  B60G2204/126 ,  B60G2204/4402 ,  B60G2206/424 ,  B60G2206/911

Abstract: An air spring spacer for use in mounting an associated air spring in spaced relation to an associated vehicle component. The air spring spacer includes a spacer body, a first indexing feature, and a second indexing feature complementary to the first indexing feature. The indexing features providing for self-alignment of the spacer in a predetermined orientation upon the application of an axial force. A kit is also described.

Abstract translation: 一种空气弹簧间隔件，用于将相关联的空气弹簧与相关联的车辆部件间隔开地安装。 空气弹簧间隔件包括间隔体，第一分度特征和与第一分度特征互补的第二分度特征。 分度特征提供了在施加轴向力时在预定方向上间隔件的自对准。 还描述了一个工具包。

公开(公告)号：US20100207308A1

公开(公告)日：2010-08-19

申请号：US12372503

申请日：2009-02-17

Applicant: Joshua R. Leonard

Inventor： Joshua R. Leonard

IPC: F16F9/05 ,  B23P11/00

CPC classification number: F16F9/3292 ,  F16F9/04 ,  Y10T29/49826 ,  Y10T403/7007

Abstract: A gas spring assembly includes a first end member and a second end member. A flexible wall is secured between the first and second end members and at least partially defines a spring chamber therebetween. A fitting is supported on the first end member and is rotatable between a first position in which the fitting can be axially displaced and a second position in which the fitting is axially restrained. A method is also included.

Abstract translation: 气弹簧组件包括第一端构件和第二端构件。 柔性壁固定在第一和第二端部构件之间并且至少部分地在其间限定弹簧室。 配件支撑在第一端部构件上，并且可在第一位置和第二位置之间旋转，第一位置中配合件可以轴向移动，第二位置中配合件被轴向限制。 还包括一种方法。

公开(公告)号：US07641182B2

公开(公告)日：2010-01-05

申请号：US11897807

申请日：2007-08-31

Applicant: Joshua R. Leonard

Inventor： Joshua R. Leonard

IPC: F16F9/04

CPC classification number: B60G11/27 ,  B60G7/04 ,  B60G11/28 ,  B60G2202/152 ,  B60G2202/412 ,  B60G2204/45 ,  B60G2204/4502 ,  B60G2206/424 ,  B61F5/14 ,  F16F1/376 ,  F16F9/052

Abstract: A rigid jounce bumper includes a body and at least one support segment projecting axially from an end of the body. The rigid jounce bumper is formed from a substantially non-elastic material such that the rigid jounce bumper can support axially-applied loads without undergoing substantial axial deflection. The at least one support segment is capable of displacement relative to the body when under laterally-applied loads. A gas spring assembly having such a rigid jounce bumper is also included.

Abstract translation: 刚性跳动保险杠包括主体和从主体的端部轴向突出的至少一个支撑段。 刚性跳动保险杠由基本上非弹性的材料形成，使得刚性弯梁缓冲器可以承受轴向施加的载荷而不会发生实质的轴向偏转。 当在横向施加的负载下时，至少一个支撑段能够相对于主体移位。 还包括具有这种刚性弯曲缓冲器的气弹簧组件。